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Lancia Ypsilon Factory Service Manual (2003-2011)22 · Fault diagnosis
22 · Diagnostics

Handbrake not efficient

Make
Lancia
Model
Ypsilon Factory Service Manual
Year
2003–2011
Section
Handbrake › Handbrake not efficient
Fault diagnosisHandbrake not efficient

HANDBRAKE NOT EFFICIENT

Results of the tests
1CHECK ON HANDBRAKE ADJUSTMENTAll OKProblems metOperation
Check that the handbrake is adjusted correctlyContinue to Step 2Incorrect adjustmentRe-adjust the handbrake correctly ( Op. 3380A04)
2CHECK ON CONTROL CABLESAll OKProblems metOperation
Check that the handbrake cables are fixed correctly and are not stiffContinue to Step 3Cables attached incorrectlyRestore the attachments
Cables hardenedReplace the leads ( Op. 3380A30)
3CHECK ON SELF-ADJUSTERAll OKProblems metOperation
Check the efficiency of the play take-up deviceContinue to Step 4Device jammedChange the device
4CHECK ON RATCHET GEARAll OKProblems metOperation
Check that the handbrake lever ratchet gear is working properlyContinue to Step 5Button jammedFree or replace the operating lever ( Op. 3380A10)
Ratchet gear jammedFree or replace the operating lever ( Op. 3380A10)
5CHECK ON CONTACT SURFACESAll OKProblems metOperation
Check that the drum-shoe contact surfaces are adequateContinue to Step 6Contact surfaces inadequateRepair by skimming (Op. 3310B54)
Contact surfaces inadequateReplace the faulty components (Op. 3310B50)
6CHECK ON CORRECT OPERATIONAll OKProblems metOperation

Test the vehicle before delivery to the customer, to check that the fault is no longer present

The test is essential, as the braking system is a safety feature of the car

End of diagnosisFault persistsSearch for the fault starting from another symptom'

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